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Definition of dustiness

dustiness

/ˈdʌs.ti.nəs/
dus · ti · ness

Adverb:dustily
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Adjective:dusty
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1

The state or quality of being covered with, filled with, or resembling fine dry powder or dust.

Example

"The extreme dustiness of the unpaved desert road made it difficult for the drivers to see ahead."


2

A dull, muted, or grayish quality in a color, or a dry, lifeless quality in an academic or artistic work.

Example

"The critic complained about the academic dustiness of the textbook, noting that it lacked engaging examples."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dustiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dustiness
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